Global Category Manager, Meetings & Events Services

Smith+Nephew; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the healthcare sector is looking for a Global Category Manager for Meetings & Events Services. This pivotal role focuses on strategic sourcing and supplier management to improve event quality while driving compliance and cost savings. The ideal candidate will bring extensive procurement experience and a keen understanding of the Meetings & Events market to ensure impactful and sustainable event experiences.

Benefits

Generous annual bonus

Flexible Vacation and Time Off

Private Health and Dental plans

Discounts on Gyms and fitness clubs

Qualifications

• Proven ability to influence stakeholders and negotiate contracts effectively.
• Deep understanding of the Meetings & Events supply market.
• Experience in complex global environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing initiatives for services like event management and venue bookings.
• Manage supplier performance and mitigate risks.
• Support the creation of M&E policy and contribute to global category strategy.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Supplier management

Analytical skills

Communication

Project management

Education

Hands-on procurement experience

Job description

Global Category Manager, Meetings & Events Services

Client:

Smith+Nephew

Location:

United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

5531437b6f04

Job Views:

5

Posted:

16.07.2025

Expiry Date:

30.08.2025

Job Description:

Life Unlimited. At Smith+Nephew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living.

We’re hiring aGlobal Category Manager - Meetings & Events Services, a pivotal role that sits at the intersection of strategy, innovation, and stakeholder engagement. This is your opportunity to lead the transformation of how we plan, source, and deliver world-class events across the globe.

In this role, you’ll take ownership of a global spend portfolio, developing and executing procurement strategies that drive value, ensure compliance, and elevate the quality of our events. You’ll work closely with senior stakeholders inMarketing, Medical Education, and Commercial teams, aligning procurement goals with business priorities and ensuring our events reflect the excellence of our brand.

It’s aboutcreating smarter, more sustainable, and more impactful experiences. You’ll shape global policy, lead supplier partnerships, and bring innovation to the forefront of our Meetings & Events strategy. From venue sourcing and event management to risk mitigation and supplier performance, you’ll be the strategic force behind this category.

What you will be doing?

• Support the creation of the M&E policy and contribute to the global category strategy for Meetings & Events.
• Manage stakeholder engagement and lead sourcing initiatives for services including event management, tradeshows, and venue bookings.
• Oversee supplier segmentation, selection, performance tracking, and contract negotiation.
• Deliver on cost savings, risk mitigation, and innovation through supplier partnerships.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with procurement policies and contract standards.
• Track supplier performance and resolve risk or quality issues in a timely manner.
• Contribute to planning activities and project execution aligned with strategic goals.
• Work closely with Travel and other category managers to explore alignment opportunities

What will you need to be successful?

Your background will include hands-on procurement experience, particularly within services or marketing categories, where you’ve demonstrated your ability to drive value through strategic sourcing and supplier management.

You’ll be confident navigating complex, global environments, with a proven ability to influence stakeholders and negotiate contracts effectively. A deep understanding of the Meetings & Events supply market, combined with strong analytical, communication, and project management skills, will be key to your success.

You. Unlimited

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• Your Future: Generous annual bonus and pension Schemes, Save As You Earn share options, and car allowance.
• Work/Life Balance: Flexible Vacation and Time Off, Paid Holidays and Paid Volunteering Hours, so we can give back to our communities!
• Your Wellbeing: Private Health and Dental plans, Healthcare Cash Plans, Income Protection, Life Assurance and much more.
• Extra Perks: Discounts on Gyms and fitness clubs, Salary Sacrifice Bicycle and Car Schemes and many other Employee discounts.

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Created on 16/07/2025 by TN United Kingdom